Death Notices

MURRAY Peacefully, at home, on Friday, 29th November, 2024, Maybelle Murray (nee Forsyth), 5 Dalneigh Crescent, Inverness, aged 83 years. Born Muir of Ord. One time administrator, Burnett's Bakery. Beloved wife of the late Sandy, loving aunt, cousin and friend of many. The family thank most graciously her carers. Funeral service on Monday, 9th December, at 11.45am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Urray Cemetery. The cortwill pass her former family home en route. All welcome.

GAIR (Dingwall). Peacefully, at Strathallan House Care Home, on 1st December, 2024, Mary (Shirley) (nee Dalgetty), aged 88 years, Davidson Drive, Dingwall. Dearly loved wife of Arthur, much loved and caring mum of Patricia and Alan, dear mother-in-law of Brian and Lynda, loving granny of Paul, Mark, Fiona, Mandy and Gemma and special great-granny to Olivia, Jessica, Charlie and Poppy, beloved sister of Margo and the late Alistair, also a dear aunt. Funeral service on Wednesday, 11th December, at 1pm, in St Clement's Parish Church, Dingwall; thereafter to Urquhart New Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Donations for Strathallan House Staff Fund, may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

MACKAY (Conon Bridge). Suddenly, at home on 24th November, 2024, Ann Mackay, aged 81 years, of Sellar Place, Conon Bridge. Dearly loved wife of Hamish, much loved mam of Allison, Graham, James and Gail, a loving granny and great-granny. Funeral service on Tuesday, 3rd December, at 1pm, in Ferintosh Church of Scotland, Conon Bridge; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Bits & Pieces Charity Shop, Dingwall, may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

EDGAR Rona Mackay Mackinnon Edgar passed away on Sunday, 17th November, 2024. Dearest daughter of the late Reverend Roderick and Mrs Eileen Mackinnon. Rona's daughters would like to invite you to join them on Tuesday, 10th December, at 1pm, as they bring their mother home to her final resting place in Contin New Cemetery. A funeral service will also be held on Monday, 9th December, at 10am, at Uddingston Old Parish Church, Uddingston, Glasgow, before we begin her final voyage north on the Tuesday morning.

MACPHERSON (Achterneed). At Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Wednesday, 13th November, 2024, Katie MacPherson (nee MacLeod), retired Queen's District Nursing Sister and Midwife, aged 87 years, of Rose Cottage, Achterneed, Strathpeffer. Beloved wife of the late William (Billy), devoted mum of Billy and Ruth, dear mother-in-law of Mandy and Cameron, aunt, cousin and friend. Funeral service from Fodderty & Strathpeffer Parish Church on Friday, 6th December at 11am; thereafter interment at Fodderty Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Chest Heart & Stroke Association. Arrangements by D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

MACMILLAN (Fortrose). Peacefully, at home on 16th November, 2024, John (Ian) Fraser Macmillan, aged 96 years, Castle Street, Fortrose. Beloved husband of Sheila, loving dad of Charles, Stephen and David and a dear papa to Amy and James. Ian loved his family, the sea and boats. He had a good long life and spent many years working for the Hydro Board looking after Grudie Bridge and Achanalt Power Stations. Ian's wish was for a private funeral. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

FRASER (Fortrose). Sadly, but peacefully, in the care of Highland Hospice on 17th November, 2024, Dr William Fraser of Fortrose. A dear husband to (the late) Barbara and a kind, caring father to Kenneth, John and Anna. A much-loved brother, grandad and (great) uncle to many. A loyal and valued friend, respected GP, golfer, curler, shinty player and bagpiper. In accordance with his wishes, Will's body has been donated to medical research and anatomy training in Scotland. A memorial page, with donations to Highland Hospice and Trees for Life, is at dr-will-fraser.muchloved.com The family wish to thank all friends, medical professionals and the Black Isle community for their support, kindness and memories. 'Requiescat in pace et in amore'.

LOUIS Suddenly, on Thursday, 31st October, 2024, while visiting the local post office in Laide on his mobility scooter, Paul Louis, Martincroft, Laide, aged 60 years. Dearly loved by his sister Lynda, sadly missed by his many friends. Funeral service on Wednesday, 27th November at 3pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

MCLACHLAN (Dingwall). Peacefully, at home surrounded by his family, William (Billy), loving husband of Isobel, much loved dad, devoted granda and great-granda. Funeral service will be held at D. Gunn's Chapel, Blackwell's Street, Dingwall, on Tuesday, 26th November, 2024, at 12.30pm, and thereafter to Fodderty cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please but donations if so desired may be given at the service for Marie Curie. All enquiries to Jim Murray D. Gunn Funeral home Tel. 01349 863951.

MAGEE (Evanton). Tom passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at home, on Thursday, 14th November, 2024.Tom was a kind, caring man and will be greatly missed by all his family and many wonderful friends. A celebration of Tom's life will be held at Alness Bowling Club, on Friday, 29th November, 2024, commencing at 2pm. All family and friends respectfully invited. Please don't feel the need to wear black.Tartan, kilts, bike gear and loud clothing welcome. Family flowers only, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service to Tom's chosen charity. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son Tel. 01349 880901.

MACLEOD (Muir of Ord). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on 19th November, 2024, after a long illness, Margaret Macleod, aged 97 years, West Road, Muir of Ord. Beloved wife of the late Amelius Macleod, much loved mother of Amelia and Donald, a dear granny, GG, mother-in-law and aunt. Funeral details available via www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

MCKECHNIE (Nottingham). Peacefully, at home in Nottingham, on 31st October, 2024, after a long illness, Ann McKechnie (nee MacDonald), aged 90 years, late of Strathpeffer and Bishopbriggs, Glasgow. Beloved wife of the late Bill McKechnie, a much loved mum, nana, sister, aunt, niece and cousin. Funeral service on Friday, 22nd November, at 10am, in St Clement's Parish Church, Dingwall; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Flowers welcome or donations in memory of Ann for the Stroke Association may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

WEBSTER (Fortrose). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on 12th November, 2024, Marina Webster of Ness Road, Fortrose. Beloved wife of the late David Webster and adored mum, sister and grandma. Funeral details available via www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

FRASER Peacefully, on Tuesday, 12th November, 2024, at Ach An Eas Care Home, Joyce Fraser (nee Dick), aged 93 years, 1B Dores Road, Inverness, also of 22 Lochend. Beloved wife of the late Ian, adored and ever loving mother to Ian, Raymond, Alison, Peter, Gordon, the late Kenny and Brian, loving granny, great-granny, dear sister to Cathy and a sad loss to many. Funeral service on Friday, 22nd November, at 11.15am, in the funeral home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Rosskeen Cemetery for 1pm. All warmly welcome.

MACDONALD (Strathpeffer). Peacefully, at home, on 9th November, 2024, in the loving care of her family, Margaret (nee MacIvor), of Kinellan Drive, Strathpeffer. A much loved wife of the late Ian (Sparrow). A cherished mother, granny, great-granny, also a dear sister and aunt. Margaret's funeral will be held privately. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

HUGHES Passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, 13th November, 2024, at the Isobel Fraser Care Home, Helen E Hughes (nee Morrison), aged 82 years, of Essich Road, Inverness. One time Bank of Scotland, Beauly. Beloved and adored mother to John and David, mother-in-law of Irene, grandmother to Samuel, Daniel, Jack, Logan and Rowan. Keen bridge player, hill walker and loved her garden. Sadly missed by many. Funeral service on Thursday, 28th November, at 1pm, in Muir of Ord Church of Scotland; thereafter to Urray Cemetery. All welcome. Donations invited for Isobel Fraser Care Home or Parkinsons UK Scotland, via William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

HEMING (Clashmore/Dornoch). Peacefully, at home on Sunday, 10th November, 2024, Michael "Mike" Peter Heming, "Greenacre" Clashmore, Dornoch. Beloved husband to the late Jean, loving father to James, Bea, George and Toby, devoted grandpa and a dear brother and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Dornoch Cathedral on Saturday, 23rd November, at 11am; thereafter a private cremation will take place. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired may be given at the service for a charity of the families choice or send to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain or donate by bacs to: RBS s/c 83-27-35, a/c 00254580. Ref. the late Mike.

KEITH (Tain). Very suddenly, but peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Friday, 8th November, 2024, Jamesina "Jamesie" Sinclair Keith (nee Sinclair), Mayfield Wynd, Tain. Beloved wife of the late Tommy, a much loved mum of Elspeth and Muriel, a loving mother-in-law to Alastair and Ian, devoted granny to Lorraine, Keith and Matthew, a cherished great-granny to Raia and Tommy and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held in private, all enquires to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain.

HESELTINE (Portmahomack). Peacefully, in Oversteps Care Home, Dornoch on Saturday, 2nd November, 2024, Christina Heseltine, "Porthaven" 14 Castle Street, Portmahomack. Beloved wife of the late Christopher, loving mum to Paul and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held in Tarbat Church of Scotland, Portmahomack tomorrow (Saturday), 16th November at 10am, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. All enquires to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain.

STEWART Peacefully, on Sunday, 10th November, 2024, at Raigmore Hospital, Betty Stewart, 10 Farmhouse Court, North Kessock, aged 93 years. Formerly of Roskill Farm, Munlochy. Beloved wife of the late Archie, greatly loved mother to John, Anne, Les, David and Derek, loving granny, great-granny and a good friend of many over the years. Funeral service on Wednesday, 20th November at 11am in Killearnan Church of Scotland; thereafter to Tore Cemetery. All welcome to attend.